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Face masks required in hospitals after Covid cases spike
FACE masks will now be required in all clinical areas of acute Worcestershire hospitals after a spike in the number of Covid cases. Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust confirmed the news in a statement earlier today (Thursday, June 27).
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'Man stopped by police' in Worcester City Centre
AT least four police officers stopped a man in Worcester City Centre this afternoon. An eyewitness said there was a police van with several officers at the bottom of Copenhagen Street at around 3pm on Thursday, June 27. The officers had hold
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Man caused £700 worth of damage to Ring doorbell and CCTV camera
A MAN who caused £700 worth of damage to home security equipment was told to pay £150 compensation. Hussain Akhtar, of St Paul's Street, Worcester, admitted criminal damage to the Ring doorbell and CCTV camera belonging to Charlie Russell on Wednesday
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Amazing candy floss art at Worcestershire festival goes viral with 4m views on TikTok
A REMARKABLE video from a Worcester landlord showing how to create beloved Sesame Street character Elmo using candy floss has gone viral on TikTok. The video from Worcester landlord Rick Gannon has had four million views on the social media channel
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Kepax Bridge warning: cars on these Barbourne streets will be towed
DRIVERS risk having their cars towed away if they park near a construction site for the Kepax Bridge with a 'very large crane' expected to arrive next week. Parking is suspended on several roads near the Kepax Bridge construction site in Gheluvelt
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Latest on future of Worcester's Pump House
A NEW operator to bring Worcester's historic Pump House back to life is expected to be announced 'in the near future.' Those interested in taking over the operations at the iconic building in Gheluvelt Park have until tomorrow (Friday, June 28)
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Chance to see Red Arrows fly over town an hour from Worcester - here's when
THE well-known British RAF aerobatic team the Red Arrows will be flying over towns an hour from Worcester on Saturday - here's all the best times and locations to see them. The Red Arrows will be flying over the Cotswolds on their way back to
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Lego fans can create Worcestershire-inspired builds for chance to win prize
LEGO fans can build their own models inspired by life in Worcestershire to win a competition. Toys & Games Of Worcester in Lower Broad Street is running the competition in collaboration with Lego and Crowngate Shopping Centre. People are invited
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County council to make temporary move to offices near County Hall
THE county council will temporarily move its headquarters to offices just down the road from County Hall. Worcestershire County Council’s sprawling County Hall building in Spetchley Road has been closed since last week after bacteria that can lead
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Vandals smash windows of work van leaving causing 'nightmare' for business
A BUSINESS owner has been left to pick up the bill after vandals smashed the windows on his trucks overnight. Brothers Terry and Ricky Gorman, who own 5 Star Recycling, discovered that someone had thrown bricks at two of their vehicles parked
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One person in England dies as a result of ongoing E.Coli outbreak
One person in England has died linked to the ongoing E.coli outbreak, the UK Health Security Agency has said. Last week, it was confirmed that at least 86 people have now been admitted to hospital as a result of an E. coli outbreak linked to lettuce
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Police want to speak to man after concrete slab thrown at window
POLICE have appealed for help to find a man they want to speak to after a window was damaged in Droitwich. A man allegedly threw a lump of concrete towards a property on Shepherds Court and caused extensive damage to a window. The incident
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Music to fill Cripplegate Park thanks to charity festival
FOLLOWING more than a year of planning and a multitude of fundraising events, Band Together is hosting its first festival. People will fill Cripplegate Park in St John's on Saturday (June 29) to enjoy the festival which will benefit Maggs Day Centre
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Canal turns green as blue green algae blooms in heatwave
A CANAL turned a shocking shade of green as algae bloomed suddenly in the intense heat but the fish population is still thriving says an angling club leader. A section of water near Mildenham Mill Lock on the Droitwich barge canal off Egg Lane,
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Train company's update for Foo Fighters fans heading to Villa Park
Foo Fighters fans heading to Villa Park have been issued with information by train company West Midlands Railway. Foo Fighters are bringing their Everything Or Nothing At All tour to Villa Park tonight (Thursday). A spokesperson for West Midlands
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Top rated kebab van to close for five weeks
A TOP-rated kebab van revealed it will be closed for the next five weeks. Powick Kebab Land - a takeaway van located at Powick roundabout - will close on July 22 for the upcoming summer holidays. The van will reopen to the public on September
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Health to travel - All the free benefits available to pensioners and over 60s
Brits who have reached the state pension age can claim under various schemes from companies and the UK government. As the cost of living crisis rages on, you must take advantage of every possible free source of income on offer to you. From
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Thousands urged to check bank as Child Benefit compensation payments begin
Thousands of people have been urged to keep an eye on their bank account for an unexpected bonus payment from HMRC. Compensation is being sent to thousands of benefit recipients following a delay in Child Benefit payments earlier this month.
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Drivers warned about private parking as 'watered down' code of conduct published
Drivers have been warned about parking in private car parks after parking companies introduced a “watered down” code of conduct. The AA said the set of rules created by the sector does not feature “desperately needed” measures such as a cap on
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Health expert issues fresh calls for 'heavy taxation' on ultra-processed foods
A health expert has said 'ultra-processed' foods (UPF) should face 'heavy taxation' and suggested that the revenue from this be used to subsidise fresh produce. This comes amid calls for tobacco-style warning signs on product packets and for a
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Drivers warned of £1,000 fine for wearing summer clothing in heatwave
Drivers are being warned that driving in a common summer clothing item could land them a £1,000 fine and three points on their licence. The Met Office have highlighted the chance of 31C temperatures in the UK as heatwaves hit the UK this week.
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Dog owners issued urgent heatstroke warning as temperatures could hit 31C
Dog owners have been issued an urgent warning by experts as temperatures rise and pets become more at risk of suffering from heatstroke. The warning comes as the UK is experiencing a heatwave, with temperatures potentially reaching 31C in parts
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BBC wildlife researcher confirms tarantulas inhabit these parts of UK
Did you know that the UK is in fact home to a tarantula? The purseweb spider. The purseweb spider is Britain’s only tarantula and a member of the family that contains these 'tropical giants'. Although the word 'tarantula' still strikes fear
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Morrisons plans to open 400 new convenience stores across the UK
Morrisons has announced plans to open around 400 convenience stores across the UK as part of plans to take on Aldi and Lidl. The supermarket is planning to open more of its Morrisons Daily convenience stores, aiming to increase its number of small
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M5 'temporary' speed limit cameras leads to large fine for this driver
A DRIVER convicted of speeding on the motorway after he was caught by an automatic camera has received a large court fine and been banned from driving. Christopher Monk was clocked speeding on the M5 southbound near junction 8 (Strensham Services
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End of an era as empty charity shop is cleared out after closing
A CHARITY shop has been cleared out after it closed its doors to the public earlier this month, marking the end of an era. Photos show the charity shop at 17 St Swithin's Street in Worcester city centre was cleared out after it closed its doors
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Worcester's vape shop staff share their feelings before the election
THERE is just one week to go before Worcester will head to the ballot box to vote for who they want to be the city's next MP. One of the most important things on voters' minds will be how will the policies of the parties affect their lives and
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U-turn on £33,000 bill for dropped kerb outside disabled man's home
A DISABLED man lifted his crutch high over his head in triumph after it was agreed his family would not have to pay £33,000 for a dropped kerb. Pietro Bellato and his wife Angela were overjoyed when it was revealed they would not be charged any
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Droitwich accounting firm celebrates impressive employee advancement
A Droitwich company is celebrating one of its most high-achieving employees. Ballards LLP, an accounting firm, is applauding the professionalism and achievements of Adrian Sidaway, an impressive individual who has soared through the company ranks
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Solar panels and battery storage: Worcestershire’s council-backed scheme returns
Considering solar panels for your home or business but don’t know where to start? Thanks to the council-backed scheme called "Solar Together", installing solar panels on your rooftop has become easier than ever. The new edition of the scheme is now
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Young actors praised by new president of Worcester theatrical society
A Worcester dramatic society's new president has hailed the youth society's vibrant talent as 'a joy to behold'. After attending a rehearsal of the upcoming production of 'The Addams Family', David Skelton praised Worcester Operatic and Dramatic
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Worcestershire plant company wins at National Plant Show
A Worcestershire plant company has won Best New Plant at the National Plant Show. The Bransford Webbs Plant Company, a leading UK wholesale grower of garden plants, with roots in Bransford, took top honours at the show held recently at Stoneleigh
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Decision made on dog walking field near 'rat run' roads and M5
Another dog walking field for Wychbold has been given the go-ahead despite opposition from villagers. Plans to open a secure dog walking field on land off Brine Pits Lane have been approved by Wychavon District Council. That’s despite objections
